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Newspaper
The Daily Telegram
Location
Clarksburg, West Virginia, United States of America
Date
Jan 06, 1913
Page
6
An old advertisement touts Pane’s Diapepsin as a quick remedy for indigestion, gas, sour stomach, and unsettled digestion. It claims the product digests food in minutes, with a large case costing only a few cents, and encourages readers to avoid a weak stomach through its use.
Charleston reports a proposed bill by Delegate Charles A. Sutton of Harrison County to abolish capital punishment. Sutton argues abolition reduces murder, citing Maine’s low offenses since 1883 and noting other states’ experiences. He is described as college educated, eloquent, and a rising figure in a progressive House.
The article recounts Morse and the telegraph’s invention journey, noting key supporters like John H. Tatrobo, Louis McLane, and Maryland congressmen Wethered and Keto. It describes funding struggles, early wire trials on the Baltimore and Ohio line, the first messages by Morse and Dolly Madison, and the 1858 Adam Express Company agreement with central rail traffic.
Active San Diegans form the former West Virginians and Virginians committees to secure proper representation at the 1915 San Diego Exposition. Robert C. Slaughter leads the West Virginia effort while W Jefferson Davis handles Virginia duties. They plan to present to legislatures of both states the benefits of state exhibits here and solicit support and participation from former residents and state societies. Also notes Walden’s recovery from ill health and return to Telegram office work.
Health ad advises that about eighty percent of tuberculosis victims can be cured with proper treatment and lifestyle. It stresses fresh air, sun, good food, rest, and avoiding climate changes while ill. Promotes Meares’ Pnuteleton as a general tonic to aid recovery, noting availability at Clarke Durx and Johnson Pharmacy in Shipnston.
Miss Anna Keisterling a physical instructor at Bethany College and described as among the most beautiful girls at the institution has been dismissed by the trustees alongside five male students. She argues the motive was being too beautiful to remain in the same zone with respectable young men.
Directory style listing of multiple business names and occupants across floors and rooms. Includes Lumber companies, gas firms, coal interests, insurance, legal and professional offices, tailor, bridge company, and electric/loan institutions with room numbers and floor levels.
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